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Merlin Neotalk Review | 126 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Screen size:1.39 inchBattery life:?Display type:TFT LCD

Merlin Neotalk Review: Compare 126 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartwatches category and whether it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartwatch's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartwatches on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Technical score

30%

7.0

Review score

Review score 30% · 7.0 · no independent reviews yet
Until reviews appear, its review part counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 30%, technical score 70%.
â–¼Worse than 85% of smartwatches
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

24%

3.6

Health

21%

6.2

Fitness

16%

4.2

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

4.3

Connectivity

9%

5.4

Display & Design

4%

8.1

Hardware

â–¼Worse than 83% of smartwatches
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Review score

Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Technical Specifications of smartwatch Merlin Neotalk

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartwatchx27s technical performance, covering seven key areas: health, fitness, display & design, hardware, battery, smart features and connectivity.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartwatches based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

24%

3.6

Health

21%

6.2

Fitness

16%

4.2

Battery

14%

6.8

Smart features

12%

4.3

Connectivity

9%

5.4

Display & Design

4%

8.1

Hardware

5.1
Review score
Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 30% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 5 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartwatch.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Merlin Neotalk has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 70.7% of smartwatches.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartwatch's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartwatch with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

60%

5.7

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.0
Brand name
Merlin
Heart rate monitor
yes
Heart rate monitor
yes
â–² Better than 11% of models
This smartwatch includes a heart rate monitor. 10.5% of smartwatches include a heart rate monitor.
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
Blood oxygen monitoring
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring. 66.8% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
ECG
no
ECG
no
â–¼ Worse than 17% of models
This smartwatch does not support ECG. 16.6% of smartwatches support ECG.
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
Irregular heart rate warnings
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This smartwatch does not support irregular heart rate warnings. 48.2% of smartwatches support irregular heart rate warnings.
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Accelerometer
yes
Accelerometer
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartwatch includes an accelerometer. 0.6% of smartwatches include an accelerometer.
Barometer
no
Barometer
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This smartwatch does not include a barometer. 49.6% of smartwatches include a barometer.
Gyroscope
yes
Gyroscope
yes
â–² Better than 30% of models
This smartwatch includes a gyroscope. 30.2% of smartwatches include a gyroscope.
Cadence sensor
no
Cadence sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This smartwatch does not include a cadence sensor. 31.2% of smartwatches include a cadence sensor.
Distance tracking
yes
Distance tracking
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartwatch supports distance tracking. 4.1% of smartwatches support distance tracking.
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Battery life
?
Battery life in training mode
5 h
Battery life in training mode
5 h
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
This smartwatch lasts 5 h in training mode which is shorter than 90.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 3.6% of smartwatches.
Battery life with GPS on
N/A
Battery power
330 mAh
Battery power
330 mAh
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <195 mAh – >475 mAh
This smartwatch has a battery capacity of 330 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 60.1% of smartwatches and equal to those in 0.9% of smartwatches.
Charge time
120 min
Charge time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <60 min – >150 min
This smartwatch charges in 120 min which is faster than 13.1% of smartwatches and equal to the charge time of 44.2% of smartwatches.
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Operating system
Proprietary OS
Operating system
Proprietary OS
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch runs Proprietary OS which is less advanced than the operating system in 53.5% of smartwatches and the same as that in 42.8% of smartwatches.
Software update frequency
ended
Software update frequency
ended
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This smartwatch has ended software update support which is less active than that of 42.6% of smartwatches and equal to that of 57.5% of smartwatches.
Third-party app support
yes
Third-party app support
yes
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartwatch supports third-party apps. 52.4% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
Notifications
yes
Notifications
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch supports notifications. 0.3% of smartwatches support notifications.
Voice assistant support
no
Voice assistant support
no
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This smartwatch does not support voice assistants. 67.8% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
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Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
â–² Better than 82% of models
This smartwatch includes a cellular module. 82.2% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
SIM cards
1
SIM cards
1
â–² Better than 2% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This smartwatch uses 1 for cellular connectivity which is more advanced than that of 2% of smartwatches and the same as that of 98% of smartwatches.
Micro-SIM
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
This smartwatch does not support GPS. 56.2% of smartwatches support GPS.
Galileo support
no
Galileo support
no
â–¼ Worse than 39% of models
This smartwatch does not support Galileo navigation. 38.5% of smartwatches support Galileo navigation.
Compass
no
Compass
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This smartwatch does not include a compass. 52.7% of smartwatches include a compass.
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Screen size
1.39 inch
Screen size
1.39 inch
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <1.2 inch – >1.82 inch
This smartwatch has a screen size of 1.39 inch which is smaller than the screens of 51.3% of smartwatches and equal to those of 9.5% of smartwatches.
Some sources mention multiple/uncertain size variants.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch uses a TFT LCD display type which is less advanced than that of 74.1% of smartwatches and the same as that of 15.9% of smartwatches.
Resolution
240x 240
Resolution
240x 240
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240 which is lower than that of 73.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 15.2% of smartwatches.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Pixel density
326 ppi
â–² Better than 46% of models
Market range: <207 ppi – >461 ppi
This smartwatch has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is higher than that of 46.2% of smartwatches and equal to that of 8.1% of smartwatches.
Display brightness
?
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CPU speed
?
Processor model
?
RAM
4 GB
RAM
4 GB
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
This smartwatch has 4 GB of RAM which is larger than the RAM in 100% of smartwatches.
Internal storage
2 GB
Internal storage
2 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >32 GB
This smartwatch uses 2 GB for internal storage which is smaller than that of 60.9% of smartwatches and equal to that of 1.9% of smartwatches.
External memory slot
no
External memory slot
no
Category Benchmark
This smartwatch does not include an external memory slot. 0.3% of smartwatches include an external memory slot.
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Merlin Neotalk vs the average smartwatch

246810TotalHealthFitnessBatteryConnectivityDisplay & DesignSmart featuresHardware
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 3 GB more RAM
    RAM
    4 GB
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (4 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 1 GB
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Built-in camera
    Camera megapixels
    yes MP
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 2% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • Built-in cellular module
    Cellular module
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartwatch includes a cellular module, the average smartwatch does not. 17.9% of smartwatches include a cellular module.
  • Supports Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch supports Wi-Fi, the average smartwatch does not. 43.3% of smartwatches support Wi-Fi.
  • Emergency SOS
    Emergency SOS
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartwatch includes Emergency SOS, the average smartwatch does not. 42.8% of smartwatches include Emergency SOS.
  • Third-party app support
    Third-party app support
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartwatch supports third-party apps, the average smartwatch does not. 47.6% of smartwatches support third-party apps.
  • 3 GB more RAM
    RAM
    4 GB
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.5 GB – >2 GB
    This smartwatch has more RAM than the average smartwatch (4 GB vs 1 GB). The average smartwatch includes 1 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 1 GB
  • Built-in camera
    Camera megapixels
    yes MP
    Category Benchmark
    This smartwatch supports camera, the average smartwatch does not. 2% of smartwatches support camera.
    Front camera.
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • 6.12x less popular
    Merlin Neotalk has a lower popularity than the average smartwatch (1 vs 6.1).
    1 vs 6.12
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    Merlin Neotalk has a lower value-for-money score than the average smartwatch (6.98 vs 7.5).
    6.98 vs 7.52
  • No blood oxygen monitoring
    Blood oxygen monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartwatch does not support blood oxygen monitoring, the average smartwatch does. 66.7% of smartwatches support blood oxygen monitoring.
  • No cycle tracking
    Menstrual cycle tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartwatch does not support menstrual cycle tracking, the average smartwatch does. 64.3% of smartwatches support menstrual cycle tracking.
  • No smart scale support
    Smart scale compatibility
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartwatch does not support smart scale compatibility, the average smartwatch does. 53.7% of smartwatches support smart scale compatibility.
  • No multi-sport mode
    Multi-sport mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a multi-sport mode, the average smartwatch does. 68.4% of smartwatches include a multi-sport mode.
  • No automatic activity detection
    Automatic activity detection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    This smartwatch does not support automatic activity detection, the average smartwatch does. 79.7% of smartwatches support automatic activity detection.
  • No route tracking
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support route tracking, the average smartwatch does. 74.6% of smartwatches support route tracking.
  • No coaching features
    Coaching
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This smartwatch does not support coaching, the average smartwatch does. 54.6% of smartwatches support coaching.
  • No achievement tracking
    Achievements
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This smartwatch does not support achievements, the average smartwatch does. 85.8% of smartwatches support achievements.
  • No voice feedback
    Voice feedback
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice feedback, the average smartwatch does. 61.9% of smartwatches support voice feedback.
  • 14.25 h shorter training battery life
    Battery life in training mode
    5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <5.5 h – >48 h
    This smartwatch lasts less in training mode than the average smartwatch (5 h vs 19.25 h). The average smartwatch lasts 19.25 h.
    5 h vs 19.25 h
  • No low-power mode
    Low power mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a low power mode, the average smartwatch does. 92.5% of smartwatches include a low power mode.
  • Basic battery type
    Battery type
    Li-ion
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartwatch uses a Li-ion battery, while the average smartwatch uses Li-Po.
    Li-ion vs Li-Po
  • No GPS support
    Route support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
    This smartwatch does not support GPS, the average smartwatch does. 56.1% of smartwatches support GPS.
  • No compass
    Compass
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This smartwatch does not include a compass, the average smartwatch does. 52.6% of smartwatches include a compass.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    3.0
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This smartwatch supports an older Bluetooth version than the average smartwatch (3 vs 5). The average smartwatch uses 5.0.
    3.0 vs 5.0
  • Basic display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch uses TFT LCD display technology, while the average smartwatch features AMOLED.
    TFT LCD vs AMOLED
  • 48.5 m lower water resistance depth
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1 m – >50 m
    This smartwatch has a shallower waterproof rating than the average smartwatch (1.5 m vs 50 m). The average smartwatch reaches 50 m.
    0.2 ATM class (ISO 22,810 shallow-water rating, not diving certification).
    1.5 m vs 50 m
  • No always-on display
    Always-On Display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not have an always-on display, the average smartwatch does. 67.6% of smartwatches have an always-on display.
  • 1.4 mm thicker watch body
    Thickness
    13 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <9.8 mm – >14.1 mm
    This smartwatch is thicker than the average smartwatch (13 mm vs 11.6 mm). The average smartwatch thickness is 11.6 mm.
    13 mm vs 11.6 mm
  • Lower resolution
    Display type
    240 x 240
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This smartwatch has a display resolution of 240x240, while the average smartwatch reaches 352x430.
    240x240 vs 352x430
  • Less practical form
    Form
    rectangular
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This smartwatch uses a rectangular form, while the average smartwatch uses round.
    rectangular vs round
  • 5 mm taller watch height
    Height
    50.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <39.5 mm – >51 mm
    This smartwatch is taller than the average smartwatch (50 mm vs 45 mm). The average smartwatch height is 45 mm.
    50.0 mm vs 45 mm
  • 3 mm wider watch width
    Width
    45.0 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <34.6 mm – >46.8 mm
    This smartwatch is wider than the average smartwatch (45 mm vs 42 mm). The average smartwatch width is 42.0 mm.
    45.0 mm vs 42.0 mm
  • Basic band material
    Band material
    rubber
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartwatch uses rubber for the band material, while the average smartwatch uses silicone.
    rubber vs silicone
  • No voice assistant
    Voice assistant support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This smartwatch does not support voice assistants, the average smartwatch does. 67.7% of smartwatches support voice assistants.
  • No silent alarm
    Silent alarm
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    This smartwatch does not support silent alarms, the average smartwatch does. 99.3% of smartwatches support silent alarms.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Merlin Neotalk

  • Integrated Bluetooth calling with clear audio via built-in speaker and microphone
  • Sleek and elegant design that often looks more expensive than its actual price
  • Commendable battery life lasting between 5 to 7 days on a single charge
  • User-friendly interface with simple setup and easy navigation
  • Versatile tracking features including a pedometer for steps, distance, and calories
  • Helpful anti-loss feature that alerts users when their phone is out of range

What we don't like about Merlin Neotalk

  • Lacks advanced health sensors such as GPS, heart rate monitors, and blood oxygen tracking
  • Questionable long-term durability with some reports of the material rusting or breaking easily
  • Occasional connectivity issues with Bluetooth pairing
  • No support for third-party apps or integration with platforms like Strava
  • Limited official service centres and support for repairs in some regions
  • The watch body can feel bulky or heavy for some users

Verdict

The Merlin Neotalk is a versatile Android-based smartwatch that functions as a standalone mobile device through its integrated SIM card slot, supporting 2G GSM networks. It is equipped with 4GB of RAM for smooth multitasking and features a 1.54-inch LCD touchscreen with a 240x240 resolution, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity. Main characteristics include a built-in camera for quick photos, a speaker and microphone for direct voice calling, and a suite of tools such as a media player, FM radio, and a pedometer for fitness tracking. Pros include its ability to operate independently of a phone, high multitasking speed, and an anti-loss security feature that alerts users when their paired smartphone is out of range. However, notable cons include the lack of GPS for location tracking, a relatively high weight of 298g, and limited advanced health monitoring sensors compared to modern fitness-focused alternatives.

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